Retainers in Hundred Acres at a Glance
| Nearest practice listing retainers | Angus Pringle Orthodontics, Fareham — 2.2 miles; 7 within 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Nearest practice with emergency care | None within 30 miles on our register |
| Nearest practice open evenings or weekends | VIDA Dentistry, Fareham — 2.6 miles; 9 within 10 miles |
| Residents under 16 | 18.6% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 7.8% of 1,609 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Practices on our register | 5 within 5 miles, 26 within 10, 71 within 20 |
| Area type (ONS) | Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Around the England average |
| Households without a car | 16.2% in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Residents per square kilometre | 286 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices near Hundred Acres listing retainers
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Hundred Acres, 26 practices within 10 and 71 practices within 20. The closest is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, 2.2 miles south. The nearest listing retainers is Angus Pringle Orthodontics, 2.2 miles south.
| Practice | Distance | Retainers | Emergency care | Evenings or weekends | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 2.2 miles south | ✓ | – | – | 5.0 (48 reviews) |
| Southsea OrthodonticsWaterlooville | 5.7 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.6 (136 reviews) |
| Belgrave House Dental PracticeWaterlooville | 5.9 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (7 reviews) |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 6.6 miles south | ✓ | – | ✓ | 5.0 (36 reviews) |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 8.0 miles south-east | ✓ | – | – | 4.9 (868 reviews) |
| Magnolia House Dental PracticeHavant | 8.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | 4.8 (283 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Hundred Acres with practices listing retainers
The closest town with practices listing retainers is Fareham, 2.2 miles south; the next are Waterlooville (5.7 miles east) and Lee-on-the-Solent (6.6 miles south).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Fareham | 1 | 2.2 miles south |
| Waterlooville | 2 | 5.7 miles east |
| Lee-on-the-Solent | 1 | 6.6 miles south |
| Portsmouth | 1 | 8.0 miles south-east |
| Havant | 1 | 8.3 miles east |
| Owslebury | 1 | 9.3 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Hundred Acres
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham (5.0 from 48 reviews), 2.2 miles south.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angus Pringle OrthodonticsFareham | 5.0 (48 reviews) | 2.2 miles south |
| David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral CentreLee-on-the-Solent | 5.0 (36 reviews) | 6.6 miles south |
| Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic PracticePortsmouth | 4.9 (868 reviews) | 8.0 miles south-east |
| OMUOwslebury | 4.9 (48 reviews) | 9.3 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Retainers near Hundred Acres
| What you may need | Look for | Nearest listing it | Next nearest | Within 20 miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retainers | retainers | Angus Pringle Orthodontics, Fareham (2.2 miles) | Southsea Orthodontics (5.7 miles); Belgrave House Dental Practice (5.9 miles) | 7 |
| Urgent repairs | emergency care | not mentioned nearby | none other | 0 |
| Visits outside working hours | evening or weekend opening | VIDA Dentistry, Fareham (2.6 miles) | Belgrave House Dental Practice (5.9 miles); David Gale - The Specialist Orthodontic Referral Centre (6.6 miles) | 9 |
| A fresh scan for a new retainer | digital scanning | Clarendon Dental and Orthodontic Practice, Portsmouth (8 miles) | Magnolia House Dental Practice (8.3 miles); Envisage Dental Emsworth (10 miles) | 3 |
Built from what each practice's own published information mentions, so a missing entry means not mentioned, which does not mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
The result you paid for is only as durable as your commitment to retainers. Without them, teeth start drifting back towards their old positions within weeks of finishing. Practices across Hundred Acres usually supply both a fixed wire and a removable tray for belt-and-braces protection.
How Long Is Retention?
Guidance has shifted in recent years: removable retainers are now recommended indefinitely — full-time for the first 3–6 months, then nights only, then several nights a week for life. The old 'stop after two years' advice caused many relapses.
A bonded wire simply stays put, quietly doing its job without any effort from you, which is why it's the most dependable form of retention.
If a removable retainer stops fitting after a gap in wear, don't force it — contact your orthodontist. A new retainer, or occasionally a short retreatment, is far cheaper than letting relapse set in.
Retainer Replacement and Emergency Care in Hundred Acres
Expect to replace an Essix retainer every couple of years; Hawley plates last far longer, and bonded wires longest of all. The one thing to watch with a fixed retainer is a wire quietly debonding from a tooth.
Treat a lost or broken retainer as time-sensitive. Any orthodontic practice in Hundred Acres can help, and catching a problem early is always far cheaper than dealing with relapse later.
Retainer Services in Hundred Acres
What's available in Hundred Acres depends on the practice, so it's worth checking directly what each one offers. Hundred Acres is classified as smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board. Hundred Acres's under-16 share sits at 18.6%, per the 2021 Census. Census 2021 counts 1,609 residents in the neighbourhood around Hundred Acres, 7.8% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire. Measured by orthodontic practices within five miles (5), Hundred Acres has more choice than 60% of towns in England. Secondary-age pupils near Hundred Acres attend schools such as Cams Hill School (2.7 miles) and The Henry Cort Community College (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. Hundred Acres's deprivation ranking is neither notably high nor low compared with England as a whole. See local practice availability in Hundred Acres → They typically offer retainer fitting, replacement, and emergency repair appointments.
Expect private replacement Essix retainers (per arch) costs in Hundred Acres to fall roughly between £80 and £150. Most practices can fabricate a replacement from a new scan or impression within a few working days. If you have moved away from your original treating practice, any orthodontic or dental practice in Hundred Acres can usually provide replacement retainers.
Post-Brace Care in Hundred Acres
When braces come off or aligner treatment completes in Hundred Acres, protecting the result begins. Many patients are surprised how much goes into keeping teeth exactly where treatment left them. This guide covers everything that happens after active treatment ends.
Aftercare Services in Hundred Acres
Appointment availability and the range of treatments on offer both vary practice to practice around Hundred Acres. Hundred Acres — smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city by ONS classification — is covered by NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board for NHS dentistry. Census figures show 18.6% of the local population is under 16. Most NHS orthodontic treatment begins between ages 10 and 15, and that band makes up 7.8% of the 1,609 residents in Hundred Acres's census neighbourhood, above the 7.1% average across Hampshire. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Hundred Acres is better served than 60% of towns in England. The closest secondary schools to Hundred Acres are Cams Hill School (2.7 miles) and The Henry Cort Community College (3.2 miles). 1 secondary school is within three miles. National deprivation data puts Hundred Acres close to the England median. They typically offer post-treatment services including retainer fitting, replacement, and professional whitening.
Frequently Asked Questions — Retainers in Hundred Acres
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Hundred Acres?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Hundred Acres is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 2.2 miles to the south. The next closest are VIDA Dentistry (2.6 miles) and DAVID GALE - THE SPECIALIST ORTHODONTIC REFERRAL CENTRE (2.6 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Hundred Acres?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Hundred Acres, 26 practices within 10 miles and 71 practices within 20 miles.
Where can I get a retainer near Hundred Acres?
The nearest practice to Hundred Acres that lists retainers is Angus Pringle Orthodontics in Fareham, about 2.2 miles to the south. Others nearby include Southsea Orthodontics (5.7 miles) and Belgrave House Dental Practice (5.9 miles).
How many families live in Hundred Acres?
18.6% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
Who commissions NHS dentistry in Hundred Acres?
NHS dental commissioning in Hundred Acres falls under NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board.
Is Hundred Acres rural or urban?
By ONS classification, Hundred Acres falls under smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city.
How deprived is Hundred Acres compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Hundred Acres is close to the England average for deprivation. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How long do I need to wear my retainer?
Current guidance is indefinite wear for removable retainers — full-time for the first 3-6 months, then nights only from then on. Stopping even years later risks gradual drift. A fixed bonded retainer just stays in place permanently.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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